Enfield crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
109 recorded in this period, compared with 121 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Enfield
Enfield is a primarily residential suburb located 13 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district, within the Local Government Area of Burwood. Situated within the 2136 postcode, the locality forms part of Sydney's inner-west region. Demographically, it is characterised by a mix of traditional detached housing and medium-density dwellings, accommodating a diverse, multicultural population with established family households and commuter links to greater Sydney.
Local life in Enfield is anchored by community amenities, including local parks, sporting facilities, and nearby retail hubs along major thoroughfares such as Burwood Road and Liverpool Road. Residents have access to local educational institutions and public transport infrastructure, predominantly bus services connecting the suburb to neighboring commercial centres like Burwood, Strathfield, and Hurstville.
Historically, the area was named after Enfield in Middlesex, England, and experienced significant development following the expansion of Sydney’s rail and tram networks in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The suburb retains several heritage-listed residential and civic sites that reflect its origins as a working-class and semi-rural rail town before evolving into a modern urban residential locality.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 16 | 12 |
| Steal from dwelling | 12 | 5 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 10 | 8 |
| Malicious damage to property | 10 | 15 |
| Fraud | 7 | 11 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 13 |
| Liquor offences | 5 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 9 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 4 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 5 |
| Other drug offences | 3 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 2 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 7 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Other offences | 2 | 1 |
| Other theft | 2 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,992 residents. This is not a current population estimate.
Sources and interpretation
These are police-recorded incident or victim counts, not every unreported incident or a prediction of personal safety. Percentage changes are not tests of statistical significance; small counts need particular care.